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Rochester Police Department to host Drug Take Back Day on 4/26

On Saturday, April 26, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, the Rochester Police Department and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will offer the public an opportunity to prevent pill abuse and theft by disposing of potentially dangerous, expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs. You...

Rogue Goat Apprehended by Rochester Police near Highland Street

On the morning of Saturday, April 5, a Rochester Police Officer responded to the area of Highland Street in East Rochester for a report of a goat on the loose. It was reported that the goat may have been hit by a vehicle and injured....

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Now Open: FEMA Funeral Assistance Program for victims of COVID-19

"The COVID-19 pandemic has brought overwhelming grief to many families. At FEMA, our mission...

Red Cross offers FREE Virtual Preparedness Training

The Red Cross wants to help prepare families for emergencies. They have launched free virtual...

Citywide parking ban on Thursday night 2/18

CITYWIDE PARKING BAN-THURSDAY NIGHT-FEBRUARY 18, 2021SNOW EMERGENCY DECLARATIONCITYWIDE WINTER PARKING BAN IN EFFECTFebruary 18,...

Overnight Downtown Parking Ban 2/3

DOWNTOWN PARKING BAN IN EFFECT - February 3, 2021 11PMSnow Removal parking ban is in...

Snow Emergency Declaration and Citywide Parking Ban Announced 2/1

CITY OF ROCHESTER, NHSNOW EMERGENCY DECLARATIONCITYWIDE WINTER PARKING BAN IN EFFECTOvernight February 1, 2021...

Life-threatening cold weather predicted, Warming Center to open 1/28

The Emergency Management Directors of Dover, Rochester, and Somersworth are activating the Strafford County...

Willand Warming Center responds to list of ‘frequently asked questions’

The Willand Warming Center, which serves the Rochester, Somersworth, and Dover communities, has released...

Willand Warming Center announces upcoming Cold-Weather Activation

The Willand Warming Center, located at 30 Willand Drive in Somersworth, is announcing an...

Video: Rochester Fire Chief receives COVID-19 vaccination

Dozens of first responders received COVID-19 vaccines during the first couple days of operations...

13 Vaccination Sites to Open for First Responders, Ambulatory Care Providers

Starting 12/29/2020, 13 sites across New Hampshire will open to begin vaccinating first responders...

Quick PSA: Clean the snow off your roof

Heavy rains are expected over the holiday weekend. The Rochester NH Fire Department recommends cleaning snow...

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William Evans Trust Donates $10,000 to Support Spaulding High School Students Facing Food Insecurity

The Rochester School District is proud to announce a generous $10,000 donation from the...

City Manager Katie Ambrose Presents FY 2026 Budget, Announces Retreat Schedule

On April 15, 2025, City Manager Katie Ambrose presented the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026...

Rochester Police Department to host Drug Take Back Day on 4/26

On Saturday, April 26, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, the Rochester Police Department...

Watch: Public Safety Committee – 4/16/25

Click here to watch Click here for a link to the agenda Public Meetings are broadcast...